No 1sttimemumma88, it was not all for nothing. You did the right thing cause you had all the symptoms. Take this time to rest up, put your feet up, and if possible relax. Get your DP to do some housework. This is YOUR time now for you and the baby. Could you go back for your proper farewell when it was due to be held? You don't need to miss out just because you had to leave early.